Volkswagen TRANSPORTER 1963 User manual

VOLKSWAGEN
TRANSPORTER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
November 1963 Edition
VOLKSWAGENWERK AG WOLFSBURG
Germany

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CONTENTS
Controls and instruments
Operating instructions
Practical driving
Cold weather hints
Lubrication
Care of tires
Care of vehicle
Maintenance
General description
Technical Data
Bulb chart
Lubrication chart
Maintenance chart
Index
Tools and accessories
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26
29
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63
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inside back cover
If you want to learn the most important information about
your Volkswagen Transporter quickly, please read the first
three sections:
Controls and instruments
Operating instructions
Practical driving
Page 3
Page 7
Page 21
This manual is valid for the 1200and 1500Transporter .
All 1500Transporter technical detail which differs is
printed in blue.
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CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS
The first thing you must do is become familiar with the controls and instru-
ments of your new VW Transporter. Sit behind the wheel, make yourself
comfortable, and get acquainted with all the various levers, switches and
controls. Some of the features you may already know. Check your present
knowledge against this complete list.
1 THE VEHICLE KEYS
Only one key is required for the locks in the vehicle doors and rear panel and
to operate the starter-ignition lock (29). If your vehicle is equipped with a
steering-ignition lock you will receive a second key. It is advisable to make
a note of the key number and keep it with the vehicle documents. If a key is
lost, you can then quote the number when ordering a replacement from
your VW Dealer .
INSTRUMENTS :
1- Fuel gauge
2- Warning light - Red - Generator and cooling
3- Speedometer and mileage recorder
4- Warning light- Green - Flashing indicators
5- Warning light- Blue - Headlight high beam
6- Warning light - Green - Oil pressure
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7 - Switch for cab lighting
8 -Fresh air distributor
9- Fresh air regulator lever
10- Steering wheel
11- Horn button
12- Lighting switch and instrument light control
13- Windshield wiper switch
14- Turn indicator switch
15- Switch for load compartment light
16- Gear lever
17- Warm air control
18- Hand brake
19- Square key
20- Accelerator
21- Brake pedal
22- Clutch pedal
23- Dimmer switch
24- Heating control knob
25- Door window fastener
26- Inside door handle
27- Vent wing lock button
28- Vent wing fastener
29- Ignition /starter switch
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Among the papers which come with your vehicle you will find details re-
garding the model, year of construction, and chassis and engine numben,.
The Police or Traffic Department may check whether or not the information
on the papers corresponds exactly with that on your vehicle.
THE CHASSIS NUMBER
is stamped on the engine cover
plate near the battery.
THE IDENTIFICATION
PLATE
,s on the right hand side of the
air duct in the cab.
THE ENGINE NUMBER
is on the crankcase flange for
the generator support.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE YOU DRIVE AWAY
please check
• engine oil level
• fan belt tension
• quantity of fuel in the tank
• tire pressures
• efficiency of brakes
• position of rear view mirror
and, if driving at night
or in foggy weather,
• the exterior lights
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The engine compartment lid is opened with the square key which is located
in a holder in the cab near the left headlamp housing. T he lid can be lowered
by pressing against the horizontal bar of the check mechanism.
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ENGINE OIL LEVEL
The oil level can only be checked with
the engine at rest. The oil level is satis-
factory when it is between the two
marks on the oil level dipstick, but
it should never be permitted to drop
below the lower mark. To make an
accurate check, it is best to wipe the
dipstick with a clean rag beforehand.
Should it become necessary to top up,
please remember the following hints:
Most oils marketed at present contain
chemical ingredients to improve their
lubricating qualities. However, oils of

different origin behave differently when used as engine lubricants and
should, therefore, not be mixed.
Select an HD oil of a well-known and dependable brand right at the
beginning and stick to it.
Further hints regarding engine oil changes are given in the sections "Cold
Weather Hints" and "lubrication" on pages 28 and 30-33.
FAN BELT
The V-belt drives the generator and the fan. Perfect condition and correct
tension ensures long belt life and adequate engine cooling. Checking
is very simple: when pressed with the finger, the belt must yield approxi-
mately 15mm . (.6 "). If you find any sign of wear, such as frayed edges,
see your VW Dealer. Although the belt has a long service life, always carry
a spare on the vehicle. Details are given on page 46.
a= 15 mm. (.6")
FUEL TANK
The tank has a capacity of 40 liters (10.6 U.S. gals., 8.8 Imp. gals.), which is
sufficient for a distance of about 400kilometers (250miles).
The tank filler neck on the right-hand side of the vehicle is accessible after
opening the cover with the square key delivered with the vehicle.
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